As this Siluva, Tytuvenai and the Hill of Crosses trip is a private pilgrim tour, you’ll be able to attend to the mass.
If you are looking for other options to travel to the Hill of Crosses, please check the shared and private tours, or full day private Anyksciai and the Hill of Crosses tour.
Immerse yourself into the thrilling history of religion and rich architectural heritage on this pilgrim tour to Siluva, Tytuvenai and the Hill of Crosses from Vilnius. Travel through Siluva, town in Raseiniai district in the western part of Lithuania, famous for the Blessed Virgin Mary and her apparition. Then keep exploring on spectacular baroque complex of Tytuvenai Church and Monastery. Before heading back to Vilnius, stop at the most popular pilgrim site in Lithuania – The Hill of Crosses.
Vilnius centrally located hotel, apartments, etc.
Vilnius centrally located hotel, apartments, etc.
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The journey starts from the pick up at your centrally located hotel. Then drive to pilgrim shrine of Siluva town, where The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared four centuries ago. There is visited the Basilica of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which is one the finest examples of late Baroque architecture in Lithuania and famous by miraculous altar painting. Another sightseeing spot – The Chapel of Apparition marks the exact place of the apparition – its’ altar is constructed upon the same rock, according to tradition, the Marian apparition took place.
Trip is continued to Tytuvėnai’s Church of Our Lady of the Angels and Bernardine monastery complex, which is one of Lithuania’s largest and most important religious architecture ensembles from the 17th and 18th-centuries. The ensemble consists of a church, a courtyard with the Holy Steps Chapel, and the stone wall of a two-story monastery. The main altar of the church features a painting of the Mother of God and Child which is famed for special.
Last but definitely not the least object is The Hill of Crosses – the mysterious and an authentic monument to the suffering, endurance and love of Lithuanians for their freedom, both political and spiritual.
Transfer to Vilnius and drop off at your hotel/apartments or other central place.
We were very pleased with our day trip to Siluva and the Hill of crosses. Our driver/guide Inge provided us with history lessons and very patiently waited for us when we attended mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of Siluva which we did not expect. She also recommended we visit the KGB museum which we also did. Thanks Inge.
When I saw this trip listed, I knew i had to go! The Hill of Crosses is weird & unique & wonderful! My guide, Andrius, was excellent!! I learned so much about the history of Lithuania & culture along the journey & enjoyed some authentic Lithuanian food (Cepelinai)!! It’s worth the trip & if you want to go to the Shrine of our Lady of Siluva where Mary appeared years ago (a Catholic Pilgrimage site) instead, ask in advance because I was able to go there in place of Anyksciai & also visit the Tytuvenai Monastery and the Lyduvenu Dubysa Railway Bridge (longest railway in Lithuania)! Discover Lithuania is the absolute best & you’re missing out if you don’t use them on your travels!!!